Phone: +33493882492
Address: 12 rue Halevy, 06000 Nice, France
City: Nice
Dishes: 15
Reviews: 5869
Website: http://portovenere-nice.fr/
"Portovenere has a family restaurant feel to it. There are locals, or even annual visitors like the couple who sat next to us, who have developed quite a rapport with both the chef/owner and the service staff. That made for an enjoyable atmosphere as there was conversation flowing all night. My wife got rigatoni with tomato and basil, which was a very simple dish, but full of wonderful flavor. I chose the tortellini in a tomato and pesto cream sauce and was in no way disappointed with my selection. Our garden salad and grilled vegetables to start were delicious, and the house wine was exactly what we hoped for -- good quality for an even better price. The highlight, even with everything else tasting so good, was this overflowing with goodness tiramisu that we were served after hours of conversation with nearby patrons and the staff. This stuff is write-home-to-your-mother good. Finally, I want to point out that a young man walked up to the restaurant at about 11:07 p.m. and asked for dinner, but the owner pointed out that they had just closed at 11:00 and he could not serve him. The young man understood and was clearly disappointed, but as he walked away, the owner called to him and motioned for him to sit at the table closest to the door. The staff re-set the table and served him what looked like a delicious steak meal. That told me everything I needed to know about the sort of people who are taking care of you when you decide to have your dinner at Portovenere in Nice."
Menu - 15 options
All prices are estimates.
Sorbet
A refreshing, dairy-free frozen dessert made from sweetened water flavored with a fruit puree or juice.
Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection, with a rich blend of Parmesan and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Tiramisu
A classic Italian dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Rigatoni
Rigatoni pasta tossed in a rich tomato basil sauce with garlic and parmesan.
Carbonara
A classic Italian pasta dish with creamy egg sauce, pancetta, Parmesan, and a touch of black pepper.
Side Salad
A fresh mix of greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots, served with your choice of dressing.
Garden Salad
Fresh mix of greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and shredded carrots with a light balsamic vinaigrette.
Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon: A tender, juicy cut of beef, often grilled or pan-seared, served with your choice of sauce and sides.
Seafood Pasta
Seafood Pasta: A delightful mix of fresh shrimp, clams, and mussels in a rich garlic cream sauce over fettuccine.
Parmesan Asparagus
Grilled asparagus spears topped with savory melted Parmesan cheese.
Grégoire
Wonderful food and excellent friendly service!! Can recommend the moules in spicy tomato sauce. Defnitely worth a visit????????
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Timo
In the middle of busy Nice evening dine out area. Food was excellent but the waiter and waitress got long faces, treated differently with other locals.
Dean
Nice,small restaurant in the middle of everything in Nice. Ok food and reasonable prices. Close to the sea and the city center. Lots of people walking by.
Alana
I ordered some ham and an aparagus risotto and both were very tasty. I was sitting inside and it was not as calm as I had hoped though, but that's probably the atmosphere they want :-). Recommends it!
Emmitt
A couple things came out wrong (not a big deal) but the owner still gave us our appetizers free. Pasta was delicious...wish I'd seen the lobster on the menu because it looked amazing coming out of the kitchen
Kieran
this is a good restaurant in Nice, not far from Promenade des anglais. The staff is helpful, nice terrace and service is good. It is not a WOW restaurant, but the whole experience is good. Prices are reasonable.
John
Had great expectations based on the reviews, left puzzled and disappointed. This place is definitely busy with many locals, promising... Started with the mussels appetizer, this was very tasty. The highlight of our meal. Next we had two pasta dishes. Both too dry, and not very tasty. Not recommended.
Josefa
We were having drinks on a very touristy street just off the beach promenade and our waitress recommended Portovenere as the best restaurant around. We had beef carpaccio as starter (this was a bit bland) and varieties of seafood pasta for our main which was quite tasty but on the oily side, followed by what looked like home made fruit sorbet for dessert (this was delicious!). Prices were as expected high on this touristy street and I've definitely eaten better Italian. Overall not bad though and the service was good.
John
We were so excited about going to dinner here! We tried to make reservations one night and they booked so we made them the following night. When we got there we were seated at a nice table and the waitress took our drink order. She came back (without water or wine) a few moments later and took our dinner order. Dinner came out within five minutes before we got our drinks. (The local people around us didn't seem to have this issue) a few moments later our drinks finally arrived. The food was amazing I had the bolognese and my husband had beef with a side of pesto pasta. The horrible service overshadowed the amazing food. As a tourist I definitely noticed I was treated much different than loca...
Emmitt
Portovenere has a family restaurant feel to it. There are locals, or even annual visitors like the couple who sat next to us, who have developed quite a rapport with both the chef/owner and the service staff. That made for an enjoyable atmosphere as there was conversation flowing all night. My wife got rigatoni with tomato and basil, which was a very simple dish, but full of wonderful flavor. I chose the tortellini in a tomato and pesto cream sauce and was in no way disappointed with my selection. Our garden salad and grilled vegetables to start were delicious, and the house wine was exactly what we hoped for -- good quality for an even better price. The highlight, even with everything else...
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Kebab Savor our delicious kebabs, expertly grilled and bursting with flavor. Choose from a variety of meats and vibrant spices, served with fresh sides. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
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Italien Savor the rich and diverse flavors of Italy with our menu, offering classic pasta, savory risottos, and traditional meat and seafood dishes, all crafted with authentic ingredients and passion. Buon appetito!
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Européen Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.
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Français Classic French cuisine showcasing timeless elegance, our menu offers rich and flavorful dishes crafted with traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients, promising an unforgettable culinary experience. Bon appétit!
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